camphor ball

noun

1. mothball ( def 1 ).

camphor ball

noun

1. another name for mothball

Word History and Origins

Origin of camphor ball¹

First recorded in 1585–95

Example Sentences

On our first date, he smelled like camphor balls, and a moth flew out of his jacket pocket.

From New York Times

"Maybe ze camphor ball," she exclaimed aloud, lifting a corner of the box which nearly filled the bottom of the trunk.

From Project Gutenberg

As she did this the housekeeper sprinkled, with lavish hand, the camphor balls among the layers of clothing.

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Well, you don't smell of anything æsthetic-er than the camphor balls you put that coat away for the summer in....

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Den she put camphor ball and asafoetida 'round our necks to keep off diseases.

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